Blast near Red Fort, firefighters rush to spot

New Delhi

A car explosion near the Red Fort triggered a swift response from authorities on Monday evening, with five fire tenders dispatched to the scene, an official confirmed.

The Delhi Fire Services received an alert about the blast near La Qila Metro Station. “Nearby vehicles have also sustained damage,” the official added.

The area around the Red Fort has been cordoned off as authorities continue to assess the situation. Further details are awaited.